Category Archives: Festivals and Events

Holiday Inn® to host on-property events specifically for families during its first ever “Summer of Smiles” program

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Brand Teams Up with Scholastic, fairlife® and Otis Spunkmeyer® to Deliver Thoughtful Moments Sure to Make Guests Smile Denham, UK, 2017-Jun-01 — /Travel PR News/ — Holiday Inn®, an InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) hotel, will host a collection of new experiences crafted specifically for families during its first ever “Summer of Smiles” program. Beginning in June,… Read the full press release

Oman Air relaunches its signature Iftar boxes on select flights to and from the Gulf region

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Oman Air relaunches its signature Iftar boxes on select flights to and from the Gulf region   MUSCAT, Oman, 2017-May-31 — /Travel PR News/ — In celebration of the holy month of Ramadan (26 May – 24 June), Oman Air, the national carrier for the Sultanate of Oman, has reintroduced its signature Iftar boxes on… Read the full press release

Tourism Australia launches new website dedicated to business events

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Tourism Australia launches new website dedicated to business events   SYDNEY, Australia, 2017-May-31 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Australia’s brand new website dedicated to business events, www.australia.com/businessevents will give visitors an enhanced user experience and more opportunities to connect with Australians and discover why there’s nothing like Australia for business events. Visitors to the… Read the full press release

Delta Air Lines Capt. John Rosenberg recognized for his dedication to evolving ALPA’s Professional Standards program

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Delta Air Lines Capt. John Rosenberg recognized for his dedication to evolving ALPA’s Professional Standards program   Honored for Dedication to Association’s Professional Standards Program WASHINGTON, D.C., 2017-May-30 — /Travel PR News/ — At its biennial Pilot Assistance Forum, the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) recognized Delta Air Lines Capt. John Rosenberg for his… Read the full press release

FedEx Express First Officer Kassandra Bernskoetter honored for her contributions to ALPA’s Critical Incident Response Program

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FedEx Express First Officer Kassandra Bernskoetter honored for her contributions to ALPA’s Critical Incident Response Program Honored for Commitment to Ensuring Pilot Well-Being   WASHINGTON, D.C., 2017-May-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) today (May 25, 2017) recognized FedEx Express First Officer Kassandra Bernskoetter with a Presidential Citation for… Read the full press release

ALPA recognized Spirit Airlines Capt. Daniel “Eric” Tellmann for his Commitment to Pilot Assistance

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ALPA recognized Spirit Airlines Capt. Daniel “Eric” Tellmann for his Commitment to Pilot Assistance   WASHINGTON, D.C., 2017-May-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (May 25, 2017), at the Air Line Pilots Association, International’s (ALPA) biennial Pilot Assistance Forum, Spirit Airlines Capt. Daniel “Eric” Tellmann was recognized with a Presidential Citation Award for his efforts… Read the full press release

Budapest Airport hosts topping-out ceremony of its new airport hotel

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Budapest, Hungary, 2017-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Eight months after earthworks began and the foundation stone was laid, all the floors of the first airport hotel in Hungary with direct terminal access have been constructed, and the highest point of the structure has been reached. During the traditional topping-out ceremony, the managers of WING Zrt.,… Read the full press release

Southwest Airlines launches emerging artist competition onboard at 35,000 feet

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Dallas, Texas, 2017-May-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today (May 22, 2017) launched Destination: Red Rocks, the first of its new “Destination” music series. The program demonstrates the carrier’s continued commitment to supporting and celebrating the emerging artist community, while placing a focus on Customer Experience and delivering outstanding Hospitality. Destination: Red… Read the full press release

PATA recognized the contributions made to the responsible development of travel and tourism in the Asia Pacific region

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PATA recognized the contributions made to the responsible development of travel and tourism in the Asia Pacific region   BANGKOK, 2017-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has presented a series of awards in recognition of contributions made to the responsible development of travel and tourism in the Asia Pacific region. The following… Read the full press release

PATA Annual Summit 2017: Disruption. Innovation. Transformation: The Future of Tourism

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PATA Annual Summit 2017: Disruption. Innovation. Transformation: The Future of Tourism   BANGKOK, 2017-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The PATA Annual Summit 2017 (PAS 2017), under the theme ‘Disruption. Innovation. Transformation: The Future of Tourism’, opened in Negombo, Sri Lanka on May 18 with 406 delegates from 191 organisations representing 39 countries attending the… Read the full press release

UNWTO launches capacity building programme on sustainable tourism and biodiversity protection for West and Central Africa

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UNWTO launches capacity building programme on sustainable tourism and biodiversity protection for West and Central Africa   MADRID, Spain, 2017-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The Convention on Biological Diversity of the United Nations has chosen ‘Biodiversity and Sustainable Tourism’ as the theme for the International Day for Biological Diversity, celebrated today 22 May 2017. On… Read the full press release

IATA launches the industry’s first virtual reality (VR) training platform for ground operations

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Bangkok, 2017-May-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the launch of RampVR, the industry’s first virtual reality (VR) training platform for ground operations, at the IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC) in Bangkok. “Improving ramp safety and reducing damage to aircraft and ground equipment through better education and training is… Read the full press release

The new super-midsize Cessna Citation Longitude for the first time in Europe at the 2017 European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE)

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The new super-midsize Cessna Citation Longitude for the first time in Europe at the 2017 European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE)   GENEVA, 2017-May-23 — /Travel PR News/ — Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, is displaying its new super-midsize Cessna Citation Longitude for the first time in Europe at this week’s 2017… Read the full press release

Metrolink will offer more service than in previous years on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29

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Metrolink will provide service regularly available on Sundays LOS ANGELES, 2017-May-23 — /Travel PR News/ — On Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, Metrolink will offer more service than in previous years so Southern Californians can leave their cars at home and take a relaxing train ride. Metrolink will offer train schedules regularly available on Sundays. The… Read the full press release

Cruise Lines International Association launches Meetings & Events at Sea Certificate Program

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Washington DC, 2017-May-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Bringing specialized certificate programs online, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that travel agents can now expand their business with the new Meetings & Events at Sea Certificate Program. The program, designed in partnership with Meetings Professional International (MPI), will allow travel professionals the chance to… Read the full press release

Tourism Australia concludes successful 2017 Australian Tourism Exchange in Sydney

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Tourism Australia concludes successful 2017 Australian Tourism Exchange in Sydney   SYDNEY, Australia, 2017-May-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Tourism Australia is wrapping up the 38th edition of its annual business-to-business event, with the final day of appointments for the 2017 Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE17) taking place in Sydney today. With more than 2,500 delegates,… Read the full press release

Zoo Atlanta hosts Brew at the Zoo presented by Groupon on Saturday, May 27, 2017

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Memorial Day weekend tradition has consistently sold out in recent years. Atlanta, USA, 2017-May-22 — /Travel PR News/ — WHAT: Time is running out for tickets to Brew at the Zoo presented by Groupon on Saturday, May 27, 2017, the 10th anniversary of Atlanta’s favorite Memorial Day weekend festival tradition. The signature event, which will… Read the full press release

Wizz Air marks its 13th anniversary

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WIZZ Youth Challenge Winners 2017, Anniversary Seat Sale – Discount Up To 30%* Budapest, Hungary, 2017-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Wizz Air celebrates today the 13th anniversary of its very first flight. In the years that have passed since then, WIZZ has gone on to become the largest low cost airline in Central and Eastern… Read the full press release

DMAI recognized Medellín Convention & Visitors Bureau with Destination Leadership Award

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Washington DC, 2017-May-21 — /Travel PR News/ — Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI) honored the Medellín Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) with the Destination Leadership Award at the 2017 Worldwide Meetings and Incentive Travel Exhibition (IMEX) Gala Dinner and Awards. This prestigious award is given to a destination organization that demonstrates significant leadership and support… Read the full press release

Whistler Blackcomb announces new and improved summer activities aimed at elevating the PEAK 2 PEAK 360 Experience

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New This Season: The Roundhouse Lodge Terrace And Viewing Deck And The Completion of the Blackcomb Ascent Trails WHISTLER, British Columbia, 2017-May-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Whistler Blackcomb is going above and beyond this summer with new and improved summer activities aimed at elevating the PEAK 2 PEAK 360 Experience. Guests will see upgrades at… Read the full press release

This year’s Outlandish Gathering to see more than 200 Outlander fans in the Highlands this weekend

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2017-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — More than 200 Outlander fans will gather in the Highlands this weekend for this year’s Outlandish Gathering. Fans of the books and television series from 15 countries will gather at the MacDonald Aviemore Resort this Friday 19 May until Sunday 21 May. The event is once again… Read the full press release

EventScotland to host The Eden Festival from 8-11 June

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2017-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — The extensive and diverse portfolio of events which attract visitors to Dumfries & Galloway continues to prosper thanks to EventScotland, part of VisitScotland’s Events Directorate. Eden Festival, Lockerbie and the World Gold Panning Championships, Moffat, are two of 12 events taking place across the country this summer which… Read the full press release

More than 150 people to take part in the first-ever Caledonian CacheFest on Saturday 27 May

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EDINBURGH, Scotland, 2017-May-17 — /Travel PR News/ — THE first in a series of hi-tech treasure hunts will take place in Peebles later this month that will encourage visitors to get outdoors and explore the area. The first-ever Caledonian CacheFest will take place in the town on Saturday 27 May, with associated events across the… Read the full press release

Evita Turquoise Robinson and Willie Geist added keynote speakers for DMAI’s 2017 Annual Convention in Montréal

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Washington, DC, 2017-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI) Chairman Gary C. Sherwin, CDME and President and CEO of Visit Newport Beach, Inc. and President and CEO Don Welsh today (May 10, 2017) announced more keynote speaker details for the 2017 Annual Convention in Montréal, Canada July 11‐14. “We are thrilled… Read the full press release

DMAI names the 2017 30 Under 30 class for its Annual Convention in Montreal, July 11-14

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Washington, DC, 2017-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI) Chairman Gary C. Sherwin, CDME and President and CEO of Visit Newport Beach, Inc; Destination and Travel Foundation Chairman Joe Marinelli, and President of Visit Savannah, and President and CEO Don Welsh today (May 8, 2017) announced the 2017 “30 Under 30”… Read the full press release

Bombardier Transportation to exhibit at this year’s Global Public Transport Summit in Montreal

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Bombardier Transportation to exhibit at this year’s Global Public Transport Summit in Montreal   Bombardier showcases its strategy and vision for leading the transition into the next generation of sustainable urban transport Digitalization and virtual reality to take center stage at global transport exhibition Berlin, 2017-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — Rail technology leader Bombardier… Read the full press release

New Zealand: Canterbury’s top attractions on show at TRENZ 2017

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New Zealand: Canterbury’s top attractions on show at TRENZ 2017   Canterbury’s top attractions will be on show at TRENZ 2017, with new options to experience the region’s alps to ocean locations and pristine skies. New Zealand, 2017-May-16 — /Travel PR News/ — “Astro-tourism is taking off here, with the main highway connecting Fairlie to… Read the full press release

SAA Cargo voted Best Cargo Airline-Africa by the readers of Air Cargo News

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Johannesburg, 2017-May-14 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways Cargo (SAA Cargo) is proud to have bagged another international award within a short space of time at the 2017 Air Cargo Airline of the Year awards hosted by Air Cargo News.  SAA Cargo was voted Best Cargo Airline-Africa by the readers of Air Cargo News…. Read the full press release

Oman Air Cargo presented its special valuable cargo product “Secure Vault” at Air Cargo Europe 2017

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MUSCAT, Oman, 2017-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Oman Air Cargo, one of the most innovative and fastest growing Cargo carriers in the world, took advantage of its participation at Air Cargo Europe 2017, to highlight its special valuable cargo product “Secure Vault”. Held in Munich, Germany, from the 9th to the 12th of May,… Read the full press release

Singapore Airlines to raise funds for Community Chest through its 70th Anniversary Charity Run

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Singapore, 2017-May-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Singapore Airlines (SIA) will be organising a Charity Run to raise funds for Community Chest as part of the Airline’s 70th Anniversary Year celebrations.  The SIA Charity Run 2017 will be held on 8 October 2017 at The Float @ Marina Bay. The Charity Run will encompass a… Read the full press release